The 2024 Domaine Moreau-Naudet Chablis 1er Cru Beauregard is a refined Chardonnay from one of the cooler, higher-elevation Premier Cru sites on Chablis’ Left Bank. The south-facing vineyard rises to around 300 metres, with shallow clay over limestone marl, giving the wine excellent freshness and mineral definition. The 2024 shows white flowers, nashi pear, grapefruit and lime peel alongside ripe Mirabelle plum, peach and apricot, combining bright citrus character with a gently rounded fruit profile.
On the palate, it is medium-bodied, racy and beautifully textured, with vibrant acidity supporting layers of citrus, orchard fruit and ripe stone fruit. Lime and grapefruit provide freshness, while nashi pear, Mirabelle plum, peach and apricot add a touch of generosity through the mid-palate. The wine is fermented and matured entirely in stainless steel, allowing the vineyard character to remain clear and focused, while its saline and stony qualities give the palate tension and length. The finish is dry, mouth-watering and persistent, with lingering citrus, stone fruit, floral and mineral notes.
Ben’s Recommendation:
At Wine More Cellars, this is an excellent choice for Chablis drinkers who enjoy Premier Cru Chardonnay with bright acidity, floral lift, ripe fruit and a savoury mineral edge. It is approachable in its youth but has enough concentration and structure to develop additional complexity with bottle age. Best enjoyed over the next 5–8 years. Serve chilled with oysters, seared scallops with lemon butter, grilled John Dory, butter-poached marron, roast chicken with tarragon, or fresh crab and avocado salad.
